Clinical Laboratory Technician

Labcorp • Johnson City, TN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join its team in Johnson City, Tennessee. The technician evaluates specimens for testing, performs routine and complex laboratory procedures, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation, prepares and evaluates reagents or controls, and reports accurate and timely results. The role also includes quality control and preventative maintenance, maintaining bench supplies, assisting with specimen processing, and following safety requirements, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with alternating weekends. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts may be needed depending on business needs. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for the benefits described in the posting; eligibility varies for employees scheduled for fewer hours and certain employment categories.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may satisfy the education requirement.
• Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Three months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience.
• ASCP or AMT certification.
• Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Assist with processing specimens when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to eligibility and schedule conditions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree